Optelecom-NKF Opens Office in Dubai; Strengthens Focus on Middle East

by via PRNewswire On Feb 8, 2008

GERMANTOWN, Md., Feb. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Optelecom-NKF, Inc.
(Nasdaq: OPTC), a leading global provider of advanced IP video solutions for
security, surveillance, and remote monitoring applications, today announced it
has opened a new regional sales office in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates . The
opening of the Dubai office underscores the company's success in the Gulf
region, establishing key vendor partnerships and participating in marquee
projects such as Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Mall, Falcon Highway, Asian Games Qatar ,
and the Rastanura project in Saudi Arabia . Creating a strong local presence in
the UAE facilitates better support and faster response times for the company's
sales chain partners all across the Middle East .

The company also announced the appointment of Tariq Anwer as Regional
Sales Manager, heading the Dubai operation. Mr. Anwer , a ten-year industry
veteran, adds a sophisticated and deep knowledge of security systems and
markets in the Middle East . Previously, Mr. Anwer worked for Group 4 Securitas
and Al-Futtaim Engineering in the UAE.

"It's exciting to come to Optelecom-NKF, a company focused on the
development and manufacturing of industry leading technology," said Mr. Anwer .
"Optelecom-NKF is one of the few providers capable of offering hybrid
solutions for customers shifting from conventional technologies to
IP/Networked solutions. We will build on the company's reputation for quality
and reliability in the Security & Surveillance market, Highways, Airports,
Tunnels, Shopping Malls, and Industrial & Military environments."

"The opening of our Dubai office and the addition of Tariq to our team
reflects our success in the Middle East as we build and strengthen
partnerships and create awareness of our solution offerings among end-users,
consultants, distributors, and integrators," added Edmund Ludwig , Optelecom-
NKF's President and CEO.

Forward Looking Statements

The statements contained in this release, which are not historical facts,
are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the
Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause
actual results to differ materially from those set forth in or implied by
forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among
others: the ability of Optelecom-NKF to integrate operations with NKF
Electronics; the ability of the Company to develop and market products and
communication solutions for the video surveillance, transportation, and
business video markets; lack of reliable vendors, service providers, and
outside products; unforeseen changes in competing technologies and products;
worldwide economic variances; poor or delayed research and development
results; and disparities between forecast and realized sales results. Other
important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially are
included but are not limited to those listed in Optelecom-NKF's periodic
reports and registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission. Optelecom-NKF does not assume any obligation to update information
concerning its expectations.

Investor inquiries should be directed to Mr. Rick Alpert at 301-948-7872